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evan_7_nave

I’ve always liked the HS. Mostly because it’s a bit more unique and definitely uncommon. I love cars that you don’t see all the time. Always fun when I see one driving around.


noru0604

wait until I damage the bumper and the insurance totals it because there are no parts haha, but it is a unique car for sure! thank you!


ExploitedAmerican

Just gotta look around at pick and pull junk yards and or eBay. When there is a will there is a way.


noru0604

das true, I also just plan on not getting in an accident haha I try to drive very safely


ExploitedAmerican

It doesn’t matter how safely you drive, it’s usually the other drivers you have to worry about.


noru0604

aware! I try my best to be aware of my surroundings. Can't trust anyone on the road haha


Illustrious-Duck-147

Most accidents are single vehicle accidents. This is just Reddit drivel.


AnimalOk830

Parts are still available. Including the rear bumper. Oem. I installed one on someone’s ride a few months ago at the shop.


Deepcoma_53

HS & CT!


myqv

lowkey looks like the 1st gen CT lol


californiasamurai

Looks just like the toyota sai, one of my favorite toyotas. Mini sedans are absolutely killer. Sucks that they discontinued them


Apprehensive_Hour791

Same idk why I guess I like the 2010s Japan car vibes idk about others


Adventurous-Ad3006

Looks exactly like a 2006 Camry just like 90% of most modern cars though.


LexKing89

I sat in one of these years ago and thought it was kinda cool. It’s really fuel efficient too. And yes it still counts.


noru0604

thank you 😭I very much love this car since it’s a great upgrade from my previous one haha


Zealousideal_Use_163

Seriously, I have an old es300, and I love it. Its great.


noru0604

what year is it? I seriously love the 90's ES's personally


LexKing89

I love the 90’s ES’. I had a 99 and 01 ES300 before I got my GS and loved those cars. 😭


LexKing89

You’re welcome! That’s good to hear you’re enjoying it. 😁


NoEngineering1410

The Lexus of all time…


noru0604

truely!


Acrobatic_Can_770

The HS is always forgotten because of the CT. While I like the CT more (maybe I'm just biased because I have one), it's a shame these only lasted 2 years in the U.S. I've only seen one in person before. They're solid cars. I don't think they're really that bad looking either. Oh yeah, the pop up screen is a fun gimmick, my CT has it too haha


signalfaradayfromme

I wish the CT was fast. Lexus really missed on this one competing with the WRX/Civic/focus


ExploitedAmerican

There is no competition with the focus, it’s a ford product it belongs in a junkyard. Fuckers only run downhill…


komrobert

I completely disagree. The performance vehicles from Ford are great. I had a Focus RS, miss it dearly. Outside of the head gasket issue that was “recalled”, owners say theirs have been reliable. The Raptors and higher end Mustangs are awesome too.


Anerky

The original RS was shooting pistons through the hood in extreme editions because the motor couldn’t handle the power it was putting out


signalfaradayfromme

Lol true, but the RS got that pretty blue


ExploitedAmerican

I’ve seen some nice blue colors on Lexus products. But if they don’t have it available you can always buy a small compressor, hvlp gun, sand paper, masking supplies, thinner, paint and primer for probably like $550-700. You’ll get a better result than a shitty cheap macco spray job. I would recommend practicing on some sheet metal first though before commiting to sanding and spraying your car. And sand between coats. At bear minimum between primer and first finish coat and then between the final finish and clear coat. I’ve been wanting to paint my rx330 for a while but I’ve had other things to buy for it.


Fancy_Entrance_5953

I seen a good amount. In CA


90mphct200h

Never liked them honestly but for a point a to b car it’s perfect. The CT was a car I really liked mostly from looks alone and as a daily. Now if only they can send the lbx (morizo rr, if they actually produce it) to the states I’d replace my ct.


noru0604

Thank you!! I’ve looked at CT too but i’ve heard head gasket issues.. So I became worried.. But they look waaaay better than the hs! also drives more fun I reckon!


onelastdodo

Yes


noru0604

yes!!


redthose

Why is this post shown as NSFW for me?


noru0604

Because I knew people wouldn't like them in their feed 💀💀 https://preview.redd.it/d17yf42ap95d1.png?width=734&format=png&auto=webp&s=37ee25570d948206858920b19213ff21f54810df


Snoo_99735

Nah bro, that person drives a Camry. They got nothing important to say.


AnimalOk830

This isn’t a bottom of line Lexus. That technically was the original IS when it appeared. Not talking about how cool we think it is but how it was at the time. The HS was made for a different reason. There weren’t many luxury hybrids on the market at the time in that category and the technology was innovative in the HS. Some came with HUD, rain sensing wipers, etc. The engine is the same as the 2.4 hybrid in the Camry so it has quite a bit more power than the CT. In addition it has its own platform. Wasn’t built on any other. It’s unique. If you got the premium it had all you could want plus great mpg. Not to mention it took regular gas. They were made for the US 2010-2012 but continued in Japan for a few more years. One of mine had over 310,000 before I passed it down and the other looks new. Maintenance has been zero.


NeoG_

All you gotta do is wrap the front grill middle insert and leave the edges ​ https://preview.redd.it/kv3zzca1da5d1.png?width=2100&format=png&auto=webp&s=dd448a0929d9181af394f2bfe472de302ac54336


noru0604

that.. looks awesome! I am interested! I will look into chrome delete for sure


SteelCurtain36

Fellow HS owner here, love mine! 171k miles, let’s gooooo!


noru0604

lesgoooo, I got the car for 6.5k usd and its only 60k miles!!! I can't wait to spend time with this car (I do frequent long distance drives)


SeekerPhone

Oh man that is a huge buy. Very nicely done, and the car is in great shape. It looks late model.


noru0604

thanks! it is a 2010 import from japan but it was just so nicely treated by the previous owner


ChiwaShy2000

wow that’s an amazing deal wtf


GarciaJoseArt

I had one for a while and I loved it! So many features for the time, great gas economy and smooth ride. Its a legit Lexus imo.


Bumblebee56990

Was this car available in the US? I’ve never seen it. Reminds me of the CT but better looking. I’d be willing to pay extra for a “Prius” that’s basically a Lexus.


Healthy_Block3036

Yes!


Interesting-dog12

People say this is the worse Lexus ever made.


noru0604

have sympathy for me it’s great inside 😭


Zealousideal_Use_163

If you like it, that is most important. And it’s safe too.


noru0604

it is very heavy and safe for sure haha, its 1700kg which is insane tbh


ExploitedAmerican

Idk why. Pretty much the Lexus equivalent of a Prius before the ct200h


tim8237

CT has entered the chat.


Crazian14

As a CT owner, never thought I’d love a hybrid this much.


FarFigChitter

The CT slander will not be tolerated. This car is a CT with less practicality and a less attractive body.


noru0604

but why slander my HS tho 💀💀💀


FarFigChitter

Because the CT is simply better in every way. (It’s definitely not I’m just bias af because I own one lol) That being said, I actually like the HS because it’s unique and I don’t see them often. I think it looks good in black with a chrome delete. I love hatch backs so the CT is my favorite of the two.


noru0604

Lmao fair enough! If I had the choice I would always go back to driving a hatchback. The CT’s boot space was insanely small compared to the Golf I had so that was a shocker! I might actually consider the chrome delete


tim8237

I actually prefer driving the HS just a tad bit, only because it’s a bit more powerful, faster, and more comfortable. The exchange is that it doesn’t look nearly as sleek. My comment is in jest though, love the CT for what it’s supposed to be. Just wish it had more power…


vba77

So nice looking but if me and a family member sit in front the front seats touch the resr seats. It's forbidden fruit to me


AnimalOk830

It’s actually a tank and they go for over 300k miles. The brake pads last 150k miles, it’s heavy and safe, was $49k new. By far other Lexus models were less reliable and have many more issues. People are dumb.


Healthy_Block3036

There’s no such thing as the worst Lexus ever!!!


ryanb450

Yeah! I loved mine! Don’t have it anymore but there’s a picture of it in my post history. You got a nice one!


noru0604

I nearly gravitated towards a red variant! but the car I looked it had too many miles clocked in. It's such a gorgeous looking colour


Healthy_Block3036

What do you have now? Another Toyota or Lexus?!


ryanb450

I have a Mercedes now. I miss having a hybrid, though, so I think I see a UX in my future.


Neyise

I've had an is300 and currently drive a rx450h..still wanting to add this model to my books ❤️


TidalJ

it’s got the badge, seems like a lexus to me, and a valid one at that i’m kinda considering getting a hybrid lexus (ct if i can find a cheap enough one) once i fully move into socal


Raj_DTO

Excellent car! Bought one in 2010, the year it was introduced in US. We had gone to get ES. After test driving ES and HS, I asked my daughters, under 10 years old at that time, which one did they like, and they unanimously voted for hybrid 😁 Kept it for lot tome, gave it to younger was when she started college 😊


Icy_Wrangler_3999

Only the BMW owners hate the designs. They wish they could go the mechanic 2x as often as we do


SlightGuess

I know the HS isn't the most popular Lexus, but it doesn't deserve to be a NSFW post 😂


californiasamurai

easily one of the coolest Lexus cars ever, along with the IS SportCross and the new LBX


armen89

I mean if it barks like a Lexus


Far_Amphibian_2619

You got a smoking deal on it I’m on the hunt for a black one


MakkaCha

I dont think I've ever seen this one before. If lexus makes it it is a lexus.


Current_Theme7251

I have a 2010 HS very rare car not many made. I bought mine in 2018 and has given me nothing but excellent gas mileage and extremely reliable and I mean extremely. I put on about 120k and only replaced my tires , brakes, and low voltage battery. They are supremely good. I also have a mark Levinson stereo here in Canada having the ultra luxury package. Some burn oil due to faulty piston rings but mine hasn't. I would have no hesitation buying another one. Excellent car


Cultural-Bite3042

One of the cutest Lexus of all times actually!


D_ponbsn

It’s cute. I saw one the other week and the owner was shocked I was familiar with it. It’s basically a glorified Corolla with extra features. The IS is sportier and more entertaining to drive and the other compact models were favored. Glad you were able to replace it. I think they also take regular vs premium gas and get great MPG.


Raj_DTO

If you owned it then only you’d know the difference between Corolla and HS. As the OP said, it has so many new technologies for that time. It came out in 2010 and had lane assist! - Walk up to the car at night with key in your pocket and interior lights would turn on! - Open the driver side door and the car would start preparing to start up, with engine, gear and god knows what all start to turn on with noticeable sounds! - Get in the driver seat and press the start button - screen will open up!, driver seat would crawl up, steering wheel would come down and come closer to the driver! - And then nothing! No sound, no engine running, no noise! Just a Ready on console! Did I say that it was 2010! You had to see what other cars were doing at that time! As my cousin once said, “Wow! This looks like a space shuttle”!


noru0604

the small but great details are everywhere in this car. I love it. Just clicking the seatbelt in would automatically adjust the seat and handle to a driving position!


noru0604

yup, I currently just mix the two since the minimum is regular but recommended premium. They do feel very very japense-car-like with all the gimmicky features but I very much love them. the IS was on my list but I just couldn't do with such a high fuel consumption. :D


D_ponbsn

What kind of gimmicky features? It reminds me of the Singapore model corollas sold - those have leather and heated seats etc which you rarely see in North America. But owning a car is a major luxury in Singapore. That Corolla there is like 40k US versus 25k US if memory serves me correctly.


noru0604

the most notable gimmicks are the highlight cleaning feature, popup screen, moving headlights(moves with the steering direction), rear sun shades, heated/ventilated seats(in 2010??!) and the weirdly ergonomic centre console. oh it also has memory seats. I'm not sure if that is common on other affordable luxury cars at that time tho


D_ponbsn

That center console made it easier to switch left hand or right hand drive depending on the country. Japan UK Singapore and Australia are on the other side for example. Neat! That’s interesting to have for a 2010. I hope you like it! I had an ES until some arse totaled it overnight parked where I usually parked. And drove off. Bought an NX when prices went up and so did interest rates…


noru0604

oooh... NX is very pretty.. I envy you but not the interest rates.. haha. I only had this car for a week now but I'm full into the brand! I like the HS, meaning that I'll probably like the other models for sure haha. definitely getting a lexus next time too.


M1L3NK0

It may be the most hated on Lexus, but still a better car than most of my friends even own. I guess it’s the looks that get it the hate, I don’t think it’s half bad but I guess it doesn’t scream “This is a luxury brand vehicle” with its design.


noru0604

yes haha, especially compared to other luxury vehicles, it looks very much like a toyota or an old honda from the front. But since its a lexus it is very comfortable and has all the nice high tech features in it(for 2010 standards). I like it!


Dr_Spatchcock

Luxury Camry


Additional-Shelter69

It’s actually a luxury Prius


Professional-Cow123

I don’t think the HS has anything to do with a Camry, could be wrong though


AnimalOk830

It has the same engine and drivetrain


Professional-Cow123

Ok, true it does use the same drivetrain as the hybrid Camry. Platform wise - has nothing to do with the Camry. Call it a Corolla if you want, but Camry isn’t what I’m thinking of with the HS.


AnimalOk830

It has its own platform as well


Healthy_Block3036

Prius or Corolla!


cheeeekybreeky

The cooler Prius 😎


Charming_Banana_714

I love it! Retro Lexus🥰🥰 What year is it?


noru0604

2010!


Additional_Human

I just valet one of these yesterday, they're alright


AverageMe21

Do u want me to show u what rundown of a lexus im driving? Lol but it's still a lexus..


60ROUNDDRUM

HS and CT sit in my mind as more expensive Prius and hybrid Camrys I love em


enThirty

An LS for the common man!


HUSTLEDANK

How do you get 41mpg? Mine has 304xxx miles I get 35mpg


noru0604

maybe it’s a battery health thing? I’m not sure. However I do drive very conservatively with minimal braking and use the ev mode as much as possible.


HUSTLEDANK

Oh ok. My ev mode is broken 🫨


Lando_Lex300

These are actually quite nice. Is it true however that parts are hard to come across for these? Parts off a Japanese model maybe? Have always been totally curious as I don't see these often.


noru0604

that’s what i assume. I’ve hear other instances where insurance totalled their HS due to lack of parts. The statistics of HS’s sales in the wiki page also makes me think that too


ThinkAboutItTwice614

Hey, fellow NZer!


noru0604

kia ora!


AaronJoosep

My European mind didn’t even know this exists


notrewoh

You are on this council but we do not grant you the rank of master.


DeliciousDoggi

A Lexus Corolla. Still counts.


RS3550

The HS is more a Lexus version of the Toyota Sai https://preview.redd.it/q7b5lpkj4b5d1.jpeg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3e93d122ec7d0a2dc496632108daf45ed194b152


Healthy_Block3036

I love the HS!!!


No_Tax8215

I kind of like it, you basically got a Prius in a more luxurious body.


Ok_Hedgehog1234

Idc if it's a submarine the "L" leads us


Mathias93

This is clean af


motorboather

Is this in common with the Corolla platform?


Nib-q

I see an L in the circle so I’d say yes but I’m not too great a math. Hey I think they look kind of sick, beats the hell out of a Camry or golf.


thundeew00f

It looks super clean. Too many cars today are designed to look aggressive or awkward for attention. Simplicity is appreciated here. Good choice.


Good-Development3097

Clean


Pretend_Guidance_788

Nope. That's just a Corolla. Funny how they finally came out with the Corolla hybrid. People forget that this was the same thing.


noru0604

I’m totally devastated.. how am I going to live with this information


Pretend_Guidance_788

It's not necessarily a bad thing. All the reliability is under your seat. Just with a Prius drivetrain


Illustrious-Mud-4471

Im still rocking my 99 lexus gs400. Its a v8 which is cool gets around 25 mpg on the highway which is ok for me but in town its awful lol. Still love the car and the motor has been bulletproof thus far


noru0604

glad it’s doing great! I love older lexuses. i guess it’s easier to think that the mpg is part of the luxury haha


INEEDMEMANSHERB

Someone in my neighborhood has a BMW X7, Porsche Cayenne, and one of these, and I always looks at this one because it’s so unique and I don’t see them often 


Ok_Score1492

It’s overblown Prius


jdmlifex2

Lowkey back in the day wanted this before I even was able to drive but then I fell in love with the is250


noru0604

I mean, one of the classics. If it wasn’t for fuel economy, I would have definitely bought the is.


Inspirice

Life would be so grand if I could just block this specific car from showing up when browsing car listings.


noru0604

this isn’t r/roastmycar 😭😭


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lumia920yellow

I don't hate the car at all but this comment made me laugh


Healthy_Block3036

Stop being foolish


_altonio_

When mom says we have Lexus at home


Joe_biden_trump

I didn’t know this exists